High molecular weight hydroxyethyl cellulose offering exceptional thickening efficiency in aqueous systems.
Excellent water solubility with rapid hydration and minimal lump formation during dispersion.
Provides outstanding rheology control, delivering non-Newtonian shear-thinning behavior and good sag resistance.
Compatible with a broad range of electrolytes, surfactants, and preservatives commonly used in industrial formulations.
Non-ionic nature ensures stability across wide pH range (pH 2–12) without viscosity loss.
Water-based architectural coatings and interior/exterior paints.
Tile adhesive mortars and cement-based grouts requiring extended open time and anti-sag performance.
Oilfield drilling fluids and completion fluids for viscosity enhancement and fluid loss control.
Personal care formulations including shampoos, gels, and hand sanitizers.
Pharmaceutical suspensions and topical gels as a non-ionic, GRAS-recognized rheology modifier.
| Chemical Type | Hydroxyethyl cellulose (HEC) |
| Product Form | Free-flowing white to off-white powder |
| Appearance | Odorless, free of visible impurities |
| Viscosity (1% aqueous solution, 20°C) | Approx. 100,000 mPa·s (Brookfield RVT, spindle #5, 2 rpm) |
| Substitution (DS) | 2.3 – 2.6 |
| Molecular Weight (approx.) | 1,000,000 – 1,200,000 g/mol |
| pH (1% solution, 25°C) | 5.5 – 8.0 |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 8.0 wt% |
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